Design elements of the property include an updated exterior with a signature tower, a curved porte-cochere and a glass entrance. The hotel’s open public space features natural light and views throughout the lobby designed to connect the indoors with the outdoors. Areas in the lobby include a “connect and print” section that offers standing and seated Internet stations; a living area with a natural stone hearth, organic-shaped sofa and lounge chair; and the 24/7 Corner Market. The color palette consists of greens, blues and oranges.

Amenities include complimentary hot breakfast, an indoor swimming pool, an exercise room, valet laundry service, complimentary WiFi and fax and copy services. The hotel also offers 700 sq. ft. of space to accommodate functions of up to 65 people.

Guestrooms include a work area, an ergonomic chair, task lighting and electrical outlets. A curved, mobile desk enables guests to create their own workspace. Inspired by nature, the hotel’s rooms and suites place the living and working area near the window. According to the company, the room decor features organic patterns and fresh colors, blending wood tones with bright pops of color. The living area also offers a couch, refrigerator, coffeemaker and microwave.

HX: The Hotel Experience Has Its Own Story to Tell
The Hotel Business team just returned from this year’s HX: The Hotel Experience, which was held in New York City at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. As we usually do post-event, we talk amongst ourselves about trends we noticed at the show, held in conjunction with BDNY. And while the latter—and now larger—show was abundant with design trends (let’s just say blue seemed the prevalent color; bold, geometric forms the dominant shape; and metallics a common thread…pun intended!), the more traditional “hotel” side of the convention center had its own story to tell.